Quick Summary Christie Ledford Remmels joins McOmie Family Dentistry with 22 years of experience as a dental hygienist, having graduated with honors from Chattanooga State's Dental Hygiene program in 1997. She worked alongside her father, Dr. Archie Ledford, for most...
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Love Pumpkin? Your Smile Does Too
Quick Summary Pumpkin is great for your oral health because it contains zinc that prevents plaque buildup, vitamin A that aids saliva flow to protect against decay, vitamin C that helps fight oral infections, and magnesium that strengthens tooth enamel. Stick to...
New Dentistry Technology Comes To Chattanooga
Quick Summary The VATECH Green CT 2 is a cone beam CBCT and panorex system that captures 2D bitewing x-rays without placing sensors in your mouth and provides 3D scans for implant planning, surgical guides, and diagnosing cracks or hidden canals. It reduces radiation...
Why Did We Choose Chattanooga For Our Dental Practice?
Quick Summary McOmie Family Dentistry has served Chattanooga for over 20 years, starting in 1998 with three chairs and expanding in 2001 to more than double the original space. The practice has completed thousands of veneers, crowns, and cosmetic cases while reducing...
Snacking Tips For Good Oral Health, As We Go Back To School
Quick Summary Starchy, sticky, and sugary snacks like dried fruit, crackers, and chips cling to teeth and cause cavities, while fruits, vegetables, nuts, yogurt, and cheese protect your child's oral health. Studies show eating cheese at the end of a meal is almost as...
Our Top Toothpaste Recommendations
Quick Summary Colgate Total contains fluoride and triclosan to fight both cavities and gum disease, Crest 3D White Enamel Care uses gentle abrasive particles for daily whitening, and Arm & Hammer combines fluoride with baking soda for pH balance. Prescription...




